You Observe the Symbiotic Association of a Green Algae and a Fungus

question 10

Multiple Choice

You observe the symbiotic association of a green algae and a fungus in your backyard.After a time you note that the fungus has sickened,and it eventually dies.What do you predict will happen to the green algae?

• A)Nothing;only the fungus received a benefit from the association.
• B)The green algae will have more water and minerals available so it will thrive.
• C)The green algae will be more vulnerable to environmental stress.
• D)The green algae will be shaded by the fungus,so it will thrive.
• E)The green algae will have more oxygen available to it will thrivE.

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